Senior Appraiser (Hybrid) at Anoka County in Anoka, Minnesota

Senior Appraiser This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefit-eligible position. Interviews will take place the week of 10/19/2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $74,214.40 to $103,896 annually ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour).24 days of paid Flexible Time Off and up to 12.5 paid holidays. Comprehensive insurance including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more. Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center. Pension plan and other retirement investment options. Advancement/professional development opportunities. This position will work at the Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave. Anoka, MN 55303. Expected work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with the possibility of flexible/hybrid scheduling upon completion of probationary period. Examine and evaluate property to establish a fair market value for taxation. Perform on-site inspections to determine condition of property. View and inspect all parcels of property in assigned assessment districts to determine any changes from prior assessment. Verify property classification and land type breakdown to ensure accuracy. Provide information to property owners relating to assessment law, procedures of valuation, homesteading and classification. Communicate with taxpayers in an effective manner concerning sensitive financial matters. Monitor trends of surrounding properties. Track and interpret real estate trends. Handle negotiations and preparations for tax court. Testify concerning all areas of property assessment. Handle appeals for Local and County Board of Appeal and Equalization (BOE).Prepare and update field notes to document changes from previous assessment. Review parcels and applications for special programs. Provide reports on appraisals and ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations. Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group. Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of job-related experience. Possess an Income Qualified - Certified Minnesota Assessor License (CMA-IQ).In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Successfully pass driver's license background check. Degree in Business, Mathematics, Public Administration, Real Estate or Statistics. Possess an Accredited Minnesota Assessor (AMA) License. Licensed Real Property Appraiser, or Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Standard office environment, and various county work sites both indoor and outdoor, including unfinished structures, construction areas, rough terrain, and changing weather conditions depending on assignment. Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients depending on assignment. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness. Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds. Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties. Cognitive abilities required include problem solving, prioritization of tasks, short- and long-term memory, interpreting and understanding written documents, and general mathematical skills. Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing. Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment. Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs. Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to various inspection and surveying equipment depending on assignment. Inspection and surveying equipment may include but is not limited to digital camera, tape measure, and personal protective equipment. Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.